Model-Context-Protocol server that turns Markdown into interactive mind-maps (HTML or file) using markmap-cli.
https://github.com/YuChenSSR/mindmap-mcp-serverStop wrestling with mind mapping tools that break your flow. This MCP server transforms any Markdown into interactive, navigable mind maps without leaving your AI assistant.
You're already writing structured content - project plans, API documentation, research notes. But text hierarchies don't always click the way visual maps do. This server bridges that gap instantly.
The old way: Copy text → Open mind mapping tool → Recreate structure → Export → Switch back to your work
The new way: Write Markdown → Ask your AI assistant to create a mind map → Done
Instant Visual Conversion Transform any hierarchical text into interactive HTML mind maps. No manual node creation, no dragging boxes around.
Token-Smart Options
Zero Context Switching Stay in your AI conversation. Generate mind maps as part of your natural workflow - whether you're planning architecture, organizing research, or brainstorming features.
Documentation Review
# API Architecture
## Authentication Layer
### JWT Tokens
### OAuth Integration
## Data Layer
### PostgreSQL
### Redis Cache
## Business Logic
### User Management
### Payment Processing
Turn complex system docs into navigable visual maps that make relationships clear.
Project Planning Map out sprint backlogs, feature dependencies, or technical debt visually. Perfect for stakeholder reviews where pictures speak louder than bullet points.
Research Organization Transform literature reviews, competitive analysis, or technical research into interactive maps that help you see patterns and connections.
Brainstorming Sessions Capture ideas in Markdown during conversations, then instantly visualize them as mind maps for better team discussions.
Claude Desktop Setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"mindmap": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": ["mindmap-mcp-server", "--return-type", "filePath"]
}
}
}
Docker for Consistency
docker pull ychen94/mindmap-converter-mcp
Perfect for teams that need consistent environments across different setups.
Multiple Deployment Options
pip install mindmap-mcp-server for Python environmentsuvx mindmap-mcp-server for isolated executionToken Optimization File mode generates local HTML files instead of returning full HTML content, saving tokens on complex mind maps.
Cross-Platform Reliability Tested on macOS and Linux. Windows users get Docker as a bulletproof fallback.
Flexible Output
Install via pip:
pip install mindmap-mcp-server
Or use uvx for isolated execution:
uvx mindmap-mcp-server
Add to your Claude Desktop config and start converting text to visual thinking tools immediately.
Example prompt: "Create a mind map for this project structure and save it as a file I can open in my browser."
That's it. Your hierarchical text becomes an interactive mind map you can navigate, zoom, and share.
The difference between reading a nested list and exploring an interactive mind map is the difference between understanding and truly seeing the relationships in your data.